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Urgent Care or Emergency?

July 16, 2018

In times of injury, sickness, and other medical crises, it isn’t always clear where you should seek medical attention for yourself or a loved one. In most cases you can turn to your primary care provider, but what about those times when making an appointment isn’t an option? Should you turn to an urgent or emergency care center?

Is it urgent?

Seeking medical help at an urgent care center is most appropriate when you need to get in to see a doctor right away, but your symptoms are not lifethreatening.

Minor cuts

Minor sprains and strains

Upper respiratory infections

Fevers and the flu

Back pain

Minor skin irritation and rashes

Minor stomach aches

Ear infections

If you have a medical condition that requires routine care, ask your primary care provider about situations in which routine, urgent, or emergency care might be the most appropriate option.

Most urgent care centers have set hours. If you need immediate medical help during off hours, go to your nearest emergency center.

Is it an emergency?

The moments after an injury or in a medical crisis are the most critical. Emergency centers provide treatment based upon the severity of symptoms and illnesses.

When to go to an Emergency Center

Common reasons to go to an Emergency Center include:

Uncontrolled bleeding

Head injury or broken bones

Difficulty breathing

Severe allergic reactions

Chest or upper abdominal pain or pressure

Fainting or loss of consciousness

Poisoning or suspected overdose

Sudden slurred speech, visual changes, or weakness

Coughing up or vomiting blood

If the situation is life-threatening, CALL 911 for an ambulance. Paramedics can begin treatment immediately while in transit to the hospital. Do not try to drive to the emergency center if you or someone else needs immediate care.

Find the ER or Urgent Care that makes the most sense for you. Click the ER location below to see the average wait time over the last hour, or check-in online at one of our three area urgent cares.